COVID-19 and Sexual Health

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COVID-19 and Sexual Health

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Sexual Health in the News

6 Tips for Having Sex When It’s Hot Out, Including Ice Cubes, Showers, and Cotton Sheets

Summer heat can put a huge damper on your sex life, especially if you and your partner are sweat-averse. Sexologists/sex therapists give tips on keeping it cool in the summer. NCSH arranged interviews with five experts from AASECT, an NCSH member.

What Happens to Your Body When You Don’t Have Sex for a Long Time, According to Experts

With the pandemic, many people are isolated from partners. Experts discuss the impact of not having sexual contact or physical touch for extended periods of time. NCSH arranged the interview with Dr. Rachel Needle.

The Supreme Court’s Ruling on the ACA’s Birth Control Mandate Could Cost Women Hundreds of Dollars Each Year

Any employer with a sincere religious or moral objection can now opt out of covering contraceptives in employee health plans, the Supreme Court ruled Wednesday, which could greatly increase out-of-pocket costs for employees.

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